Which Five-Year Plan introduced the concept of 'family planning' as a significant objective?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Fourth Plan.
- The Family Planning Programme was initiated in India in 1952, making it the first country in the world to launch such a program.
- Significant emphasis was given to the implementation of the programme during the Fourth Five Year Plan (1969–1974).
- The main objective of the programme was to control population growth by promoting contraceptive methods and sterilization.
- The Fourth Plan aimed to achieve 60% sterilization coverage among eligible couples aged 15–44 years.
Other Options:
- Third Five Year Plan (1961–1966): Focused on the development of heavy industries and emphasized growth of the public sector.
- Fifth Five Year Plan (1974–1979): Focused on removal of poverty (Garibi Hatao) and self-reliance in the economy.
- Second Five Year Plan (1956–1961): Focused on increasing agricultural and industrial production, and development of basic industries.